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Hit-and-Run With Injuries Reported on Beach Road in Santa Cruz County

By Nationwide Report StaffSeptember 5, 2026 at 6:34 p.m.

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Date

September 5, 2026

Time

6:34 p.m.

Roadway

Beach Road at Thurwacher Road

Location

Santa Cruz County, CA

State

California

Vehicles

—

Injuries

1 injured

Fatalities

None reported

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A hit-and-run traffic collision with injuries was reported at Beach Road at Thurwacher Road in Santa Cruz County around 6:34 p.m. on Sept. 5, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. The dispatch classified the incident as a hit-and-run involving injuries, though further specifics were not detailed.

The dispatch entry did not include how many vehicles were involved, an exact injury count, or what led to the crash.

Source: CHP dispatch records

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Injury statute of limitations: 2 years (From date of injury (CCP 335.1).)
Wrongful death statute of limitations: 2 years (From date of death (CCP 377.60).)
Fault rule: California uses pure comparative negligence: partial fault reduces recovery proportionally but does not bar it.
Citations: CCP 335.1 (SoL); CCP 377.60 (wrongful death); pure comparative per Li v. Yellow Cab
Crash report agency: California Highway Patrol (CHP 190 request) for CHP-investigated crashes; local police/sheriff otherwise.

This information is provided for general educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your state for guidance about your specific situation.

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